Who We Are
Founded in 1974, the mission of the Society is to collect, preserve, and share with researchers and visitors information about the history of Grayson County and Southwest Virginia.
Genealogies, photographs, maps, newspaper articles, Civil War history, marriage and census data, original letters and journals are among the many reference materials that the Society has available to the public. A highlight of the Society’s collection is a dress worn by Eleanor Roosevelt. The dress is currently on display at the Historic 1908 Courthouse in a museum quality cabinet constructed by Roger P. Marshall, Sr.
We encourage you to visit our bookstore for titles concerning the history of the county as well as life in the area and please visit the News/Events page for the latest in what is going on or that we are involved in.
Genealogy and History Help We want to help novice and experienced researchers!
Whatever your experience or knowledge level of the Grayson area, the GCHS is ready to help you achieve your research goals.
The Society office will be open Tuesdays & Fridays, 10:00 am – 3:00 pm Eastern. Please contact us ahead of time to arrange an appointment. The best way to contact us is via email at graysoncountyhistoricalsociety@gmail.com or call us at (276) 773-3320 to leave a message regarding your research interests.
We can use your help! There are many ways you can contribute:
- Local Grayson volunteers are needed to help with records management, courthouse research, office coverage, order shipping, etc.
- Volunteers anywhere can help with publications, website updates, accounting, research blog topics, etc.
- Books or unpublished materials related to Grayson County are always appreciated, either as contributions or loans.
- Cash donations are always welcome. Click the PayPal button to the right. We value every donation—no matter the amount.
Events & News Featured
Cornett Family Reunion
Casey Cornett announces the 2021 Cornett Family Reunion at Elk Creek, Grayson County, Virginia beginning Friday, April 30, 2021. Drinks are on the house so party hardy!Lorem ipsum dolor sit […]